[QUOTE=MartinS;1329381]Slightly bizarrely my SS power amp, a Quad Artera consumes 750w max /QUOTE]
Are you reading that rating off the back or the user guide? If so that is the rating for MAXIMUM output which in a domestic setting at least will never be used.
Actual consumption will depend on volume level but will definitely be a lot lower in normal use.
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